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Ebized

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  1. My experience of the reliability of electronics in everyday life scenarios is such that I place far more faith in the human brain driving cars around on our roads as they are today, albeit they are not always reliable but for me remainfar more adept at making split-second decisions in a whole raft of different issues we all come across evey time we get behind the wheel. Whilst controlled environments for travel like air/train/tram/sea travel etc works with electronics taking charge, the endless list of potential pitfalls (including potholes! ) on our roads makes me quite glad I won't be around long enough to see the carnage.
  2. May be I am out of touch, but I am struggling to recall a 350z that started out (OEM) with either 276hp or 296hp at the fly that without FI has made 350hp with bolt-on parts and an uprev at the crank with graphs to prove?
  3. I see now where you got the hump idea from 115462-selling-my-atom
  4. Is this Lambo friend the same one who owned another vehicle that you stuffed Dan?
  5. The mind boggles at TM and NS doing that........and to who So the Scots want a divorce from English and believe they can get a new partner(s) with Europe. Anyone like me wondering just how long the European Union will last given the policitcal unrest that is festering there and the Scots will be knocking on the door for a re-marriage? Trouble is; the crystal ball gazing that is going on about the outcome in 2+ years is meaningless, Cameron having made one of the biggest political mistakes with his YES/NO question decided on by most waving fingers in the air as to what is best for the UK.......
  6. The wide and often deserted roads in north Scotland would be ideal in my experience of several trips north of the border.......if you could extend the time And get in before they lock us out!
  7. Heads up guys: http://www.buckingha...front-1-7886190
  8. The finger is back!
  9. Is the 370 roof operation the same as the 350 guys?
  10. The fact it is hard wired makes that option unlikely I would think. Does the indicator light up at all? Daytime running lights fitted?
  11. If budget is tight and you are not someone who likes to explore the grip levels to the limit then another pair of the Potenzas with a view to changing next time around when wear/grip limits start being an issue for you 4 to (say) MPS4S. (Note the extra S so you don't end up with the MPS4 that are not recommended, particularly for the ulimate grip.) That is what I would do rather than having differing makes/compounds/tyre construction albeit a pair on the same axle, but others will argue you would be fine - but not me though.
  12. Maybe not in this case but having read many similar threads on here, and when feedback does pop up, the battery/earthing has quite often been reported as the problem.
  13. Nick mason crashing his MaClaren F1 GTR - during demonstration run! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KPqEAwUfk9g
  14. Some action shots from yesterday: For those who like classic saloon car racing https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=75-0xqfw6io Foir those who likw their V8 muscle cars: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kC84wCmioYE
  15. Live coverage here for anyone interested in classic car & bike racing: https://www.goodwood...ng/2017/3/live/ Edit: First race of the midget/sprite varieties was a real stonker until the red flag came out - currently awaiting re-start Today's live coverage programme can be found here: https://www.goodwood...e/75-timetable/
  16. Thanks for the link. They look impressive with my main reservation surrounding the fitment/removal that requires all the air in the tyres to be let out and I'm wondering if the mini compressor you get these days (instead of a spare wheel) are up to the job of getting the tyre properly re-seated from zero pressure? If my worry is founded might be a breakdown call-out if a heavy duty compressor is not available...... Lets us know how you get on with the fitting
  17. 'Cos you haven't suggested one......
  18. Not nice mate - hope you fully recover soon I put it down to all that effort leaning on your brake pedal at Snetterton to slow/stop that orange tank - your body rebelled
  19. Congratulations Ian Look forward to seeing/hearing it - just glad I lived long enough to find out your dedication is fulfilled
  20. Where do you get those Hugh?
  21. +1
  22. As for the fox remains a good jetwash underneath should hopefully clear the mess.
  23. Take it back to the dealer (warranty), guessing you have checked all your phone settings are correct for hands-free.
  24. Depends on the extent of the renovation though. As I said, the outside of the main building looks fine, it just looks like the interior needs a refurb. Can you just ignore the outbuildings? I asked a question about whether you can change the interior without the same hassle, which you could have given a simple response to... Is it a case of any interior change still has to be approved, or do you just have to follow the guidelines? So you have inspected the outside of the main building? Or are you going by the estate agents photos? No professional in their right mind would ever proffer advice based on photos whilst the extent of the renovation and whether some, all or none of the renovation would require Listed Building Consent is like putting a finger in the air so until a detailed survey is undertaken and bearing in mind when you start stripping things away that can reveal all sorts of surprises, the Conservation Officer will not even be able to advise what elements of the renovation would require Listed Building Consent and that can often halt work whilst the application (that can take 2 months or moreis dealt with. Bear in mind Estate Agents do have a habit of understating the level of expected work, so by them saying a full renovation throughout covers not just the interior but the exterior - i.e. covering their arses as you can bet they saw/were shown things that immdediatly rang alarm bells. And before you labour your quizzing further please take on board what I quoted from historic England - there can be no definitive answer until surveys/work reveal what is necessary. So I am afraid you seeking a "simple response" to what you think is a simple question is simply not available!
  25. I'm sorry, I can't hear you from my imposing turret It does say that only the outbuilding needs a refurb. The house itself looks fine on the outside, and I'm assuming that you can make interior changes without much trouble? House sites always list nearby property sale values Read the full description - " The property is in need of full renovation throughout" The level of protection varies from property to property as described by Historic England here: Extent of protection The list entry will identify the principal building or buildings that are listed. These will be identified by the formal list entry and not the narrative description, unless there is ambiguity in the list. The whole of any principal building is listed, including the interior. Objects, structures and buildings affixed to a listed building or within its curtilage may also be protected by listing (see below). These rules may mean that considerably more may be protected by the listing than is obvious from the list entry alone and there can often be considerable uncertainty as to what is covered. This apparent unhelpfulness in the rules is mitigated somewhat by the fact that listed building consent is only required if works affect the special interest in the relevant structure. It may be unclear whether a structure is protected, but it may be clear it holds no special interest even if it is. Group value should obviously be considered in assessing the special interest of ancillary buildings. A proverbial minefield, particularly for those not familiar with the procedures, bearing in mind it is a Criminal Offence that can lead to imprisonment if unauthorized work is carried out to a Listed Building. So best Strudul that you keep to your DIY jobs to your Zed
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